Social Workers Need to Understand the Structure and Programs of the American

question 20

Multiple Choice

Social workers need to understand the structure and programs of the American welfare state so that they can

• A) appropriately refer clients to programs and services to which they are entitled.
• B) engage in case advocacy with their clients when access to services is denied or unfairly limited.
• C) participate in policy advocacy when existing policies are defective.
• D) All of these are correct.

---

Definitions:

Ongoing Counseling

Continuous therapeutic support provided over a period of time to help individuals cope with challenges and improve their mental health.

Scheduled Component

Refers to parts or aspects of a project, maintenance, or production that are planned and executed at a specific time.

Professional Counselors

Licensed professionals who offer guidance and support to individuals, couples, and families dealing with emotional, mental, and behavioral issues.

Crisis Intervention

A type of emergency psychological care aimed at assisting individuals in a crisis situation to restore equilibrium to their biopsychosocial functioning and minimize potential psychological trauma.